Device and method for determining an incorrect positioning in the alignment of prostheses
US10478121B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/746
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and a device for determining an incorrect positioning in the alignment of prostheses for the lower extremities are disclosed. The method includes determining inertial measurement data and/or variables derived therefrom using at least one inertial sensor, over at least one walking cycle, for an extremity provided with a prosthesis. The method also includes comparing the inertial measurement data that has been determined and/or the variables derived therefrom with desired values and/or with measurement data that has been determined or variables derived therefrom for the corresponding extremity that is not provided with the prosthesis.
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